Walmart, UK Retailers Issue Multiple Nationwide Recalls Over Fire, Allergens, Contamination Risks

Several product recalls have been issued recently affecting Walmart and other major retailers due to safety hazards and mislabeling concerns. Walmart is recalling approximately 24,000 VIVI brand e-bikes because of faulty lithium-ion batteries that can overheat and cause fires, urging consumers to stop use immediately and seek free replacements. Additionally, multiple food recalls include Danone's YoCrunch yogurt over plastic contamination, Kraft Heinz's Oscar Mayer Turkey Bacon for potential Listeria contamination, and Mondelez's RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches due to allergen mislabeling, all sold at Walmart among other retailers. In the UK, recalls involve products containing unauthorized or harmful substances, such as a TK Maxx perfume with a banned allergenic chemical and chocolate bars mislabeled for peanut content, posing serious allergy risks. These recalls highlight ongoing concerns about product safety, especially regarding allergens and contamination, emphasizing the importance of consumer vigilance and retailer accountability. Customers are advised to follow recall instructions carefully to mitigate health risks and return or dispose of affected items properly.